pages: CityCouncil/2008-01-02.pdf, 13
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CityCouncil | 2008-01-02 | 13 | Mayor Johnson stated it is important to be aware of how much money is spent every month. The City Manager stated expenditures are on track; revenue is down; there have been 8,000 fewer rounds than last year; the Golf Manager position has not been filled. Mayor Johnson stated that the Recreation and Park Director is doing a great job. On the call for the question, the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember deHaan stated the Recreation and Park Director spends part time at the Golf Course; the intensity of management oversight has to be ongoing; he leaves the possibility of a part-time Golf Complex Manager up to the City Manager Recreation and Park Department land has certain leasing restrictions; the legal aspect needs to be reviewed. Councilmember Gilmore stated that she would like to be prepared for any eventuality; she hopes that the City can continue to operate the Golf Course in a more prudent manner. Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of pushing forward with an RFP so that there is an option if it becomes apparent that there are things the City cannot do; the RFP should be tied to the Master Plan; wiggle language should be added to the RFP so that the City can tell the potential operator what the City would like done; the City needs to have something to hold the potential operator's feet to the fire. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the RFP could be deferred to a month or SO. Councilmember Gilmore inquired what type of information would be provided in a month from now that is not available now. Councilmember deHaan responded Council would have quite a bit more information; strong facts would be coming from the Golf Commission. Mayor Johnson stated that she thinks that the Golf Commission viewed the matter in a two prong process: 1) looking what the City can do and 2) moving forward with an RFP; the RFP should have flexibility; concurred with Councilmember Gilmore regarding more information not being available in a month. Regular Meeting 13 Alameda City Council January 2, 2008 | CityCouncil/2008-01-02.pdf |